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Adolescent boys are generously applying body sprays, such as Unilever's Axe and Gillette's Xtreme Cool Spray, in hopes of getting what the commercials suggest -- girls. Sales of men's deodorant products are on the rise, helped in part by the interest from boys as young as 10 in body sprays that cost between $4 and $5.

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Adolescent boys are generously applying body sprays, such as Unilever's Axe and Gillette's Xtreme Cool Spray, in hopes of getting what the commercials suggest -- girls. Sales of men's deodorant products are on the rise, helped in part by the interest from boys as young as 10 in body sprays that cost between $4 and $5.

BusinessWeek notes the combination of low-carb dieters, the rise of microbrews and consumers' shifting tastes for hard liquor is hurting Adolph Coors and Anheuser-Busch. With beer sales at bars and restaurants down 1% last year, Anheuser-Busch is looking to rekindle interest with a new caffeinated beer.

Moraitis is testing an RFID system for its hydroponic tomatoes to help track picking and shipping, as well as plant type. The fresh produce company says the system will offer big savings once it's expanded. Moraitis executive Con Colovos said he wanted to implement a system before his customers request one.

"Brand extensions" are the among the latest moves by candy makers designed to bring variety to store shelves, but one candy aficionado cautions not to fall too in love with them as the concoctions don't often stay around for very long. The Fort Worth Star-Telegram presents a candy history timeline.

Four California counties will be casting votes on anti-agricultural biotechnology initiatives next week, but one farmer maintains voters need to understand the benefits the technology brings to crops, and the potential benefits for consumers, before casting their votes.